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Author: Anna Cogswell Tyler Publisher: 谷月社 ISBN: Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 174
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I AM going to tell you a story that was told to me when I was a little one, and which I like better and better the oftener I think of it. For it is with stories as with some men and women, the older they grow, the pleasanter they grow, and that is delightful! Of course you have been into the country? Well, then, you must have seen a regularly poor old cottage. Moss and weeds spring up amid the thatch of the roof, a stork's nest decorates the chimney (the stork can never be dispensed with), the walls are aslant, the windows low (in fact, only one of them can be shut), the baking-oven projects forward, and an elder-bush leans over the gate, where you will see a tiny pond with a duck and ducklings in it, close under a knotted old willow-tree. Yes, and then there is a watch-dog that barks at every passer-by. Just such a poor little cottage as this was the one in my story, and in it dwelt a husband and wife. Few as their possessions were, one of them they could do without, and that was a horse, that used to graze in the ditch beside the highroad. The good-man rode on it to town, he lent it to his neighbors, and received slight services from them in return, but still it would be more profitable to sell the horse, or else exchange it for something they could make of more frequent use. But which should they do? sell, or exchange? "Why, you will find out what is best, good-man," said the wife. "Isn't this market-day? Come, ride off to the town—get money, or what you can for the horse—whatever you do is sure to be right. Make haste for the market!"
Author: Anna Cogswell Tyler Publisher: 谷月社 ISBN: Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 174
Book Description
I AM going to tell you a story that was told to me when I was a little one, and which I like better and better the oftener I think of it. For it is with stories as with some men and women, the older they grow, the pleasanter they grow, and that is delightful! Of course you have been into the country? Well, then, you must have seen a regularly poor old cottage. Moss and weeds spring up amid the thatch of the roof, a stork's nest decorates the chimney (the stork can never be dispensed with), the walls are aslant, the windows low (in fact, only one of them can be shut), the baking-oven projects forward, and an elder-bush leans over the gate, where you will see a tiny pond with a duck and ducklings in it, close under a knotted old willow-tree. Yes, and then there is a watch-dog that barks at every passer-by. Just such a poor little cottage as this was the one in my story, and in it dwelt a husband and wife. Few as their possessions were, one of them they could do without, and that was a horse, that used to graze in the ditch beside the highroad. The good-man rode on it to town, he lent it to his neighbors, and received slight services from them in return, but still it would be more profitable to sell the horse, or else exchange it for something they could make of more frequent use. But which should they do? sell, or exchange? "Why, you will find out what is best, good-man," said the wife. "Isn't this market-day? Come, ride off to the town—get money, or what you can for the horse—whatever you do is sure to be right. Make haste for the market!"
Author: Elizabeth Hand Publisher: Small Beer Press ISBN: 1618730312 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 285
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Praise for Elizabeth Hand: "Fiercely frightening yet hauntingly beautiful."—Tess Gerritsen, author of The Silent Girl "A sinful pleasure."—Katherine Dunn, author of Geek Love No one is innocent, no one unexamined in award-winner Elizabeth Hand's new collection. From the summer isles to the mysterious people next door all the way to the odd guy one cubicle over, Hand teases apart the dark strangenesses of everyday life to show us the impossibilities, broken dreams, and improbable dreams that surely can never come true. Elizabeth Hand's novels include Shirley Jackson Award–winner Generation Loss, Mortal Love, and Available Dark.
Author: Robin Sloan Publisher: Harper Collins ISBN: 1443415804 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 301
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The Great Recession has shuffled Clay Jannon out of his life as a web-design drone, and serendipity, sheer curiosity and the ability to climb a ladder like a monkey have landed him a new gig working the night shift at Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore. But Clay begins to realize that this store is even more curious than its name suggests. There are only a few customers, but they come in repeatedly and never seem to actually buy anything. Instead they “check out” impossibly obscure volumes from strange corners of the store, all according to some elaborate, long-standing arrangement with the gnomic Mr. Penumbra. The store must be a front for something larger, Clay concludes, and soon he has embarked on a complex analysis of the customers’ behaviour and roped his friends into helping him figure out just what’s going on. But once they take their findings to Mr. Penumbra, they discover the secrets extend far beyond the walls of the bookstore. Evoking both the fairy-tale charm of Haruki Murakami and the enthusiastic novel-of-ideas wizardry of Neal Stephenson or Umberto Eco, Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore is exactly what it sounds like—an establishment you have to enter and will never want to leave.
Author: Anita Ganeri Publisher: Capstone ISBN: 1484653912 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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This book introduces readers to the entertaining world of writing funny stories and is a perfect resource for meeting Common Core State Standards in writing. Key features of the genre are explained and readers are guided through the process of writing their own story. Top tips are given covering planning, writing dialogue, developing characters, adding narrative plot twists, using descriptive language and more! Engaging photographs, eye-catching illustrations, and a wealth of ideas bring the genre to life. A funny story running throughout the book draws readers in, offers concrete examples of how the tips can be put into practice and will inspire readers to get writing their own funny stories.
Author: Publisher: West Side Publishing ISBN: 9781412715737 Category : Curiosities and wonders Languages : en Pages : 502
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The Armchair Reader series entertains and enlightens with little-known anecdotes, untold stories, and fascinating facts that make even the mundane fun. The Armchair Reader's innovative approach and witty style will capture the interest of all readers. Inside you'll find tantalizing tales of true hauntings, strange stories of otherworldly phenomena, and bizarre bits of human behavior. Learn how the testimony of a ghost got a man convicted of murder. Read about the fire that's been burning under a Pennsylvania town for more than 40 years. Uncover the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle. Find out where America's most frightening monsters hang out. And much, much more. Pick up a copy today and start reveling in the lore, legends, and colorful characters that make up this weird and wacky world in which we live.
Author: H. G. Wells Publisher: Namaskar Book ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 344
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Prepare to be enthralled by the whimsical and unusual tales of H. G. Wells in "30 Strange Stories." This captivating collection invites readers into a world of the bizarre and the fantastical, where reality bends and imagination knows no bounds. As you delve into Wells' imaginative narratives, you'll encounter a myriad of strange and curious characters, from time travelers and mad scientists to alien invaders and otherworldly beings. Each story unfolds like a puzzle, challenging your perception of the world and leaving you spellbound until the very last page. But amidst the strangeness lies a question that echoes through the corridors of the mind: What lies beyond the realm of the ordinary? Through his tales of the bizarre and the uncanny, Wells invites readers to explore the outer limits of the imagination and ponder the mysteries of existence. Explore the depths of Wells' imagination as he takes you on a journey through time, space, and the realms of the unknown. From the depths of the sea to the far reaches of outer space, each story offers a glimpse into the limitless possibilities of the human imagination. Are you ready to embark on a journey into the strange and the surreal? Immerse yourself in the pages of "30 Strange Stories," where the ordinary fades away and the extraordinary takes center stage. Join Wells on a whirlwind tour of the bizarre and the fantastical, and prepare to be amazed. Experience the wonder of H. G. Wells' imagination. Order your copy of "30 Strange Stories" today and prepare to be transported to worlds beyond your wildest dreams. Don't miss your chance to explore the strange and the unusual with H. G. Wells. Purchase "30 Strange Stories" now and unlock the mysteries of the imagination.
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